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2023 Toyota Tacoma review

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Toyota Tacoma highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Useful truck bed has power outlet and moveable tie-down cleats
  • Consummate off-road agility
  • Six-speed manual transmission option for the V6 top trim

Cons

  • Steering feels heavy on urban surfaces
  • Some will find the higher step-up a challenge

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 20 highway, 18 combined

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Year

All Toyota Tacoma years

What is new for the 2023 Toyota Tacoma?

  • Tacoma trims have been upgraded with Rear Defroster and Audiophile Sound System as standard equipment this year.
  • CD Audio, Bed Liner, and Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The SR5 trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
  • The TRD Off Road trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.
  • The TRD Sport trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.

2023 Toyota Tacoma trims

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SR:

  • 159-hp, 180-lb-ft of torque 2.7L
  • 278-hp, 265-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
  • Cloth Seats
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Power Mirrors
  • Rear View Camera
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Automated Cruise Control
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SR5:

TRD Sport:

TRD Off Road:

Limited:

TRD Pro:

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5 reasons to buy the 2023 Toyota Tacoma

1. It's epic off-road

There's a reason why the Toyota Tacoma pickup has a legendary reputation for being amazing off-road. The 2023 model has got it where it counts, with tons of off-road tech like available Bilstein® shocks, Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, as well as a cool Multi-Terrain Monitor to help you navigate the rough stuff. All that great stuff is standard on the 2023 TRD Off-Road trim level, giving you the flexibility to go anywhere.

2. Limited trim

Even the base Tacoma comes well equipped, but if you are looking for a little more comfort, whether you are off-road or on the road, check out the 2023 Tacoma Limited. It's got some rugged components under its skin, but you'll get great upgrades like real leather interior, JBL® audio system, navigation, sunroof, and more. There's no reason to sacrifice interior amenities, even while you're driving a capable off-road pickup.

3. Adventure-ready

Your new Tacoma comes with the choice of a five or 6.1-ft bed, but there's a lot more to it than just measurements. Even the base model gets a tough bed made of composite material, so you won't need to add a bed liner. There is also a standard, and quite innovative, deck rail system featuring movable bed cleats that give you the flexibility to tie down any load. You can also opt for an available bed-mounted 120V/400W outlet and an optional insulated bed storage system that can keep your drinks or bait chilled while out on a fun outdoor trek.

4. Not short on tech

Sure, it'll help you navigate muddy back roads, but it's also got a lot of technology baked in as well. A seven-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto connectivity are standard across all models. Toyota's driver aid system is also standard, including a pre-collision warning with pedestrian detection, dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure alert, and automatic high beams headlights. There's a lot more to love about the 2023 Tacoma than meets the eye.

5. Off-road upgrades

Ok, most of the 2023 Tacoma models are impressive off-road, but you can upgrade your experience to the max with the TRD Pro. The top-spec Tacoma has it all, with all the great gear from the TRD Off-Road trim, plus a whole lot more. The off-road capability is enhanced via a lifted suspension with FOX® internal bypass shocks, TRD Pro skid plates, beefy Goodyear® All-Terrain tires, and more. For those looking to maximize the off-road fun, you can't do better than the 2023 Tacoma TRD Pro.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4
Excellent

RepairPal gave the Toyota Tacoma an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Tacoma 1st out of 8 among Midsize Trucks.

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Toyota Tacoma features and specs

TRD Off Road 2WD 4D Crew Cab

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Tow Hitch
  • Traction Control
  • Bed Cover
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • JBL Sound System
  • Leather Seats
  • Long Bed
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Running Boards
  • Sunroof(s)

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

278

Torque (ft-lbs)

265

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

21.1

Wheelbase

127.4"

Overall length

212.3"

Width

75.2"

Height

70.6"

Leg room

F 42.9"/R 32.6"

Head room

F 39.7"/R 38.3"

Front tires

P265/70SR16

Rear tires

P265/70SR16

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

670/6700 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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